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You know, as I read this something occurred to me about the attitudes of folks as reflected in the choices they make in firearms.
Myself, I prefer conventional, non pistol grip, wood stocked, bolt actioned firearms. I own some semi autos, but again, my preferences are for wood stocks and conventional grips. I think the tactical crowd would call me a Fudd.
Tactical I think generally appeals to the younger guys, or guys who fancy themselves GI Joe or something. There are folks who buy what I perceive as specialty or specialized firearms, such as 3 gun guys, or position shooters, who in competition wish to have the best tool for the job, and their firearms sort of bridge the gap between tactical and sporting, perhaps.
Again though, to me, firearms are neat feats of engineering and manufacturing, functional works of art. They are for recreation and pleasure. There are those for whom firearms are serious tools for serious work, and I am glad I am not one of those folks.
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